Apruji - Kathlal, Kheda
Apruji is a village situated in the Kathlal taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathlal and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Apruji village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Apruji is 517367. The village covers a total geographical area of 1153.8 hectares and falls under the 387610 pincode. Kathlal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Apruji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapadvanj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Apruji
As per Census 2011, Apruji village has a total population of 5,503 people, consisting of 2,894 males and 2,609 females. The village has 1,105 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 683 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,345 literate and 1,158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Apruji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,503 | 2,894 | 2,609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 683 | 394 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,345 | 2,375 | 1,970 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,158 | 519 | 639 |
Nearby Villages of Apruji
Apruji is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Apruji
Apruji is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kathlal to Apruji is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Apruji is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Apruji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Apruji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Apruji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Apruji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Apruji
Where is Apruji located?
Apruji village is located in Kathlal Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Apruji?
Apruji is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Apruji?
The pincode of Apruji is 387610.
What is the population of Apruji?
Apruji has a total population of 5,503, including 2,894 males and 2,609 females.
How many households are there in Apruji?
There are 1,105 households in Apruji.
What is the literacy rate in Apruji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Apruji is 78.96%. Male literacy is 82.07% and female literacy is 75.51%.